Nvidia just dropped a bombshell💣

🌟 Welcome to the Latest Edition of Thunderbolt AI! 🌟

Hey there, AI enthusiasts! Imagine having access to a powerful AI model that rivals proprietary systems like GPT-4o and Llama 3.1. This new open-source NVLM 1.0 family of large multimodal language models offers cutting-edge technology for both vision and text tasks—available to all. Ready to explore the future of AI research?

What's in Store for You Today:

• SambaNova vs. OpenAI: The AI Speed Challenge

• From Documents to Podcasts: Transform Your Text

• Image Generation: Newborn Baby

• Essential AI Tools for Daily Tasks

• Lightening News⚡

  
  

AI EVOLUTION

Nvidia Challenges Top Proprietary Systems 📊

Some may wonder if an open-source AI model can truly compete with the industry’s top proprietary systems. Nvidia’s NVLM 1.0 family proves that it can, offering exceptional performance in both vision-language tasks and text-only capabilities. The flagship model, NVLM-D-72B, excels in interpreting memes, analyzing images, and solving complex mathematical problems, all while outperforming similar models in text accuracy.

Another concern could be whether open-source models are as effective as closed systems. By making the model weights and training code publicly available, Nvidia empowers researchers and developers to build upon their innovations. This contrasts with the trend of keeping advanced AI systems closed off, allowing smaller organizations to contribute significantly to AI advancements.

Skeptics might also worry about performance trade-offs. However, NVLM-D-72B demonstrated improved performance in text-only benchmarks after multimodal training—showing a 4.3-point accuracy increase on key tasks like math and coding. This unique adaptability sets it apart from other multimodal models that often see a decline in text performance.

Early evaluations of NVLM-D-72B showed that it matched or exceeded the performance of proprietary models like GPT-4o and Llama 3.1 405B on math and coding tasks. The model’s ability to handle both vision and text tasks seamlessly is seen as a breakthrough in the field.

Nvidia’s decision to open-source the NVLM 1.0 family has already sparked positive reactions across the AI community. By giving researchers access to advanced technology previously limited to well-funded tech companies, Nvidia is poised to accelerate AI research and development globally.

AI SCHOOL

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1. Getting Started:
   

   • Sign Up: Visit Freepik Picasso and sign up to receive credits, enabling you to access the retouch features.
     

   • Navigate to Retouch: Once logged in, select 'Retouch' from the menu to open the image editor.
     

2. Prepare Your Image:
   

   • Upload Image: Choose the image you want to edit by uploading it to the platform.
     

   • Select Areas to Edit: Use the brush tool to select the specific areas of the image you wish to retouch, such as hair or eyes.
     

3. Customize Your Image:
   

   • Prompt the Changes: Input a prompt detailing the changes you desire. For example, "Change the hair color to blonde and the eye color to grey."
     

   • Execute the Retouch: The tool processes your prompt and applies the changes to the selected areas of your image.
     

4. Review and Select:
   

   • Choose Your Favorite: You'll receive up to 5 different versions of the retouched image, allowing you to select the one that best fits your vision.
     

   • Export and Share: Once you've made your choice, export the final image and share it with others or use it as needed.

Ready to give your photos a professional touch in seconds? Start using Freepik Picasso Retouch today and unlock the potential of your creativity with just a few clicks! 🖌️✨

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AI TOOLS

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LIGHTENING NEWS ⚡

⚡📉 Q3 Venture Capital Dips Confirm a Sluggish 2024 for Investments 💸

The latest Pitchbook/NVCA Venture Monitor First Look reveals a continued downturn in global venture capital activity for Q3, signaling a bleak outlook for 2024. With fewer deals, smaller average deal sizes, and declining fundraising and exits, no region is showing strong performance.

⚡🌐 Vera AI Launches Gateway Platform for Safer AI Deployment 🛡️

Vera AI Inc. is setting new standards in AI deployment with the release of its AI Gateway platform, designed to streamline and secure the adoption of AI technologies across various sectors. With customizable guardrails and model routing features, CEO Liz O’Sullivan expresses enthusiasm for accelerating business applications safely.

Also as we prepare more “Lightning” content for tomorrow, we’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s edition! Feel free to share this with someone who would appreciate it.